Leafy Sea Dragon Facts: Leafy DRAGON of the SEA | Animal Fact Files

The leafy sea dragon is similar to the weedy sea dragon and looks like a leafy dragon of the sea! Leafy sea dragons are like sea horses in that the males take care of the babies! Learn more leafy sea dragon facts on this episode of Animal Fact Files!
Scientific Name: Phycodurus eques
Range: Southern Australia coastal waters
Habitat: Kelp forests, seagrass meadows, and seaweed beds
Size: 1 foot (30.48cm) long
Diet: Planktonic crustaceans and fish larvae
Threats: Bycatch
Life span: Up to seven years
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[@chaoticfish4017]

They are really cool looking animals.

[@AnimalFactFiles]

I've always been fascinated by these guys.

[@chrispawson4767]

Can you do a leaf tailed gecko vid?

[@chrispawson4767]

Pls

[@Rick__C-137]

Very cool! Thank you! :)

[@CiaraSantoso]

i love it

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i love it

[@hulick6910]

The leafy sea dragon is referenced in My Singing Monsters, in the form of a decoration.

[@jadenl629]

Great video! I liked how you described leafy sea dragons so detailed! Thanks again for these awesome animals AFF!

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You're so welcome! Thanks for all your continued support!!

[@CiaraSantoso]

i love it

[@Sb-nf7pc]

Do an episode on geckos in general

[@arawuu]

Cute ❤️❤️ leafy sea dragon 😍😍😍

[@darlene2483]

Love them ! 👍

[@AnimalFactFiles]

Completely agreed! They're amazing!

[@bobrodriguez9844]

:) yay THX for the new vid

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So glad you're enjoying them!